Firstly are you PQS or Contractors QS? Depending on which one you are then this will have a major impact on your life in the middle east.
Working for a contractor you will probably work 10-12 hours a day 6 days a week, however the PQS firms have a typical working day of 8 hours 5 days a week. Either way for a european company the below would be the same for both. For a local company i think the hours are much less, not sure about the salaries for local company though
Dear Sir/Mam,
Firstly are you PQS or Contractors QS? Depending on which one you are then this will have a major impact on your life in the middle east.
Working for a contractor you will probably work 10-12 hours a day 6 days a week, however the PQS firms have a typical working day of 8 hours 5 days a week. Either way for a european company the below would be the same for both. For a local company i think the hours are much less, not sure about the salaries for local company though
I take it you are not MRICS?
European companies would be giving in or around-
Housing salary 12,000-18,000 QR/Month.
with all bills paid for.
Car Allowance 2000 - 2500/month
2 Flights a year
School Fees Paid for Kids
Salary approx 6,000-8,000/month.
If you are not getting the lower end of those scales it wont be worth it. Qatar is expensive and there is not much to do. A good apartment/villa with pool and good amenities is essential. such as http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beverly-Hills-Al-Rayyan/206059542737439?sk=photos\
Hope this helps